Solo Tent Camping in the Rain

[@laurabeth8616]

This was the coziest camping video I've ever seen and makes me excited to get out there even if it's raining.

[@rtmadani]

Thank you, really happy to hear this!

[@teecee7759]

We need more content like this so soothing

[@rtmadani]

So glad to hear this, thank you!

[@1111margarete]

Thank you very much, I spent countless hours on researching tents and my search has ended here. I had the Snow Peak Land Nest in my shopping cart and hesitate to click on the purchase bar. I purchased most of my camping gear from Snow Peak and I thought to stay with this Brandt to have everything the same and also to finally get to the highest Snow Peak loyalty level. I appreciate your video because it featured the Springbar tent that is perfect for me. It meets all of the criterias that I value. Starting with the materials, made in the USA and the transparency of information about their product . Kind regards

[@rtmadani]

Hey, so glad to hear this! The Springbar Compact is truly an amazing tent and one of my favorites out of all my tents. It's my favorite Springbar out of the 4 I own and the whole setup/user experience is just incredible on this tent. Thank you for support on here!

[@niamela]

Nice vlog! Ure the first person i see brush teeth before sleeping while camping. So nice to include little details into ur vlog

[@rtmadani]

Thank you!

[@aggiebaka4081]

Cool setup...cool food ...cool guy....cool camping video!!

[@rtmadani]

Thank you, I appreciate your support!

[@snomanFPV306]

Wow. That was what i was looking for tonight. New sub too. Thanks for letting me tag along.😊

[@rtmadani]

Thank you so much, appreciate your support on here!

[@iloveharrold]

you are the master of preparation

[@aircreed]

Vibes on point within the first 5 seconds. Near immediate subscribe 😂 🙏🏾

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you so much!

[@Fennazus]

Just came up on my feed. Instant subscribe! That’s how I love to camp. Really recharges your batteries just spending time alone in nature. Thanks and I look forward to watching your past videos and the new ones to come.

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you so much!

[@AfreeAdventure]

nice, I like watching it

[@rtmadani]

Thank you!

[@tonimedford200]

Like this tent

[@rtmadani]

Springbar tents are pretty awesome!

[@luchoschoicej4860]

So peaceful and great gears!! Thanks for videos

[@rtmadani]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching!

[@YCHuen-ed4sk]

so happy to see your videos again, love it.

[@rtmadani]

Hey, nice to hear from you! Thank you!

[@rickkearn7100]

Love the Springbar. The only suck is returning home and having to dry it thoroughly. I know, I have a Family Camper 7 and there have been at least five rainy trips I've had in the past several years after which a multi-day effort was required in drying it out before putting it away bone dry. Nice YT channel, Ryan. I subscribed. Cheers.

[@rtmadani]

Yeah the drying can be a bit a much, I'm thinking about getting some heater fans for my garage this year to help speed it up. Thank you so much for watching and subscribing, I appreciate your support!

[@rickkearn7100]

@@rtmadani ​Ha! I use a Buddy Heater for stubborn moisture but usually just hang it over the deck rails in the sun and keep rearranging it. Cheers.

[@jacksoutdoorlife]

Nice video, nice camp. Quality equipment

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you!

[@jacobpetersen5662]

Another GREAT video! I could have easily spent a few days like that.

[@rtmadani]

Thank you! Yeah paired with the cot, I felt like I had tons of space with all the storage underneath!

[@ItsTeresa15]

Wow the view at the end was fabulous!

[@rtmadani]

It’s one of my favorite hikes in the Columbia Gorge! Thanks for watching!

[@DJSnipa]

Would love to see a walk around of this Springbar. As always another excellent video. I wish the algorithm would lean in your favor already.

[@rtmadani]

I’ll get a walk around of this tent up here soon! Thank you for your support!

[@EYCamping275]

camping in the rain is very interesting

[@rtmadani]

Yes it is, totally different experience!

[@yisimlampiris-tremba2247]

Thank you for showing the Springbar compact. I’ve been looking for a small canvas tent and saw the Compact. My husband and I go car camping ( in our small 4 door Mini cooper). This would be a great size. The full time Airstreaming and truck will come next year. But for now this has been great camping.

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you for watching! The compact has been on the back of my mind for a while now and I have to say I'm really enjoying it so far!

[@yisimlampiris-tremba2247]

I do have say, since watching your videos. I’m going to be purchasing the Snow Peak Alpha Breeze first. I’ve had an REI Base Camp for all these years. I love how that one loooks. Then start getting a couple of Springbar Tents. Since my husband and his brother want to clean up some land they have, in Northern New Mexico.

[@rtmadani]

@@yisimlampiris-tremba2247 I think you'll love the Alpha Breeze! This was my very first car camping tent and I still use It the most!

[@ervinslens]

Lovely solo adventure man!

[@rtmadani]

Thank you, had a great time out there!

[@silverfoxjohnson9390]

Truly enjoyed this!!

[@rtmadani]

Thank you so much!

[@Kittyyou-d4c]

Que buen video. Impecable❤

[@rtmadani]

Thank you!

[@bigjayindallas5890]

All that in one Subaru? This guy’s super ability is packing!

[@rtmadani]

I started building out my camping setup with a Corolla, so I had lots of practice :)

[@jcblum1507]

nice camping gear, and amazing and pleasant views

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you so much!

[@aRVeesBlog]

must be a nice experience

[@rtmadani]

It was such a relaxing trip! Thank you for watching!

[@aRVeesBlog]

@@rtmadani you're welcome

[@aliciabrown841]

Wonderful video!☺️

[@rtmadani]

Thank you, happy to hear you liked it!

[@KAJUSURVIVAL]

Camping yang sangat menyenangkan bang,sukses selalu❤ salam kenal 🙏

[@rtmadani]

Thank you!

[@magicworldbyjorg]

...cool video keep up the great content.. Thank you… Greetings Jörg

[@rtmadani]

Thank you Jörg!

[@magicworldbyjorg]

@@rtmadani Thank you very mutch... have a nice Start of the week.... see you…. Greetings Jörg

[@davidwestall7374]

That is awesome. Who MFG's the tabletop heater?

[@rtmadani]

Thanks, it’s a Kovea Cupid Heater.

[@rhondastrite4210]

Nice stuff. Lovely layout. But it looks so lonely.

[@rtmadani]

Thank you for watching! It’s definitely a different experience solo camping, I enjoy it though.

[@Ella-NYcamping]

i like your video😊😊😊

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you so much!

[@monicadaniels784]

Good with everything but the food, lol.

[@PatMcGuriman]

Just came upon your video...Funny I just spoke to my Nephew this morning as I am old, but prepared for anything, and he and his wife are very active Backpackers, but I said, if something should happen to me, you need to go thru my shelves of Camping equipment. I have it all in case the SHTF and I have seasoned. What I didn't season was my Wood Stove, because I didn't know how, so in this Video I don't need a Hot Tent, I can just do anytime. Thank you for that and thank you for the calmness of your video. Loved your cot but not affordable for me, nor is much you use. Insane pricing from Japan. I love my country and try to buy USA Materials, though aren't they all bought and sold. Yikes. Our Country is sad.

[@rtmadani]

Hi, yeah I prefer the wood stove outside my tent for year round use and cooking. I appreciate your comment, thank you for watching!

[@BennyBenar]

One of the most chilling video ever🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 What kind of camera do you use and what profile ? It’s so cleannnn🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you so much! I'm using a Lumix S5 with CineD2 as the profile! Thank you for watching!

[@BennyBenar]

@@rtmadani ☺thanks

[@mevisnaturae]

Looks like you forgot to bring your dishwasher. Man… you are really roughing it 😂

[@fatih_arslan]

What a great video. Thank you Ryan! I have the same IGT chair and table. I love the sturdiness of the chair, though I don't feel it comfortble because it don't have a lower back support. How does it compare to your other chairs?

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you, really happy to hear you liked it! I’m really enjoying the simplicity of the IGT Slim and luxury low chairs. Snow peak sells a pillow for lumbar support, I’m not sure if you’ve already tried it. Seems like it gets mixed reviews, but I think for lumbar it might do the trick. My other chairs offer less support than the beach chairs.

[@marilyn2]

I have a Campsite 3 (no longer made) which is 7' x 10', just a little smaller than your Classic Jack (which you also filmed). I've been considering getting the Compact for the lighter weight and smaller packing size. I was wondering if the difference between the Compact and your Classic Jack (the Campsite in my case) is significant enough to warrant downsizing. Based on the size of my Campsite, it seems like the specs of the Compact may be overstated on their website. Would you be able to provide the rolled up dimensions and weight of the tent body? I'm also curious to know if you prefer it to a nylon 2 or 3 person tent. Except for the stakes, it's quite easy to put up, but I do worry about packing it up wet when on extended solo road trips.

[@rtmadani]

Between my Vagabond, Classic Jack, and Compact it's hard to pick a favorite, but I really like the Compact for what it is. The tent body and poles are significantly lighter feeling. Setup is even quicker, as it's a mini version of the other models (not a ton of tent fabric to unroll/pack up etc.) And dry time is even simpler as it's much smaller and easier to hang. Also for reference, I hang dry all my tents on a rack in my garage and loading my classic jack or vagabond really puts that rack to the test and takes a lot more effort to hang up because of the weight. Here are the dimensions/weight: - 24in long x18in wide x 9 in Depth - 27.6lbs tent body only Keep in mind you can roll that tent much smaller and use the straps it comes with but I personally don't. I'd say if you're looking into something a little more manageable you won't regret the Compact.

[@ManiSh-kx2le]

Loved it! Btw, are you Persian?

[@rtmadani]

Thank you! Yes, my father is from Iran.

[@Mushroom_Samba]

You know, watching your video, it becomes clear that you need a shower system ^^ If so, you could use the Domatic solely for drinking water and showering off dishes and stuff properly with a Ridge Monkey (if you got power) or something with a manual pump ;)

[@Mushroom_Samba]

Oh... and grats for the SP sponsoring. Earned it!

[@rtmadani]

Thank you! A shower system would be an awesome addition. I’ve looked into them in the past but haven’t chosen one yet. Is that the brand you’re using?

[@Mushroom_Samba]

@@rtmadani Yeah, that we own. We also looked a lot, but the supply range in Germany often is kind of disappointing. For us it was important to have it powered for a nice steady stream showering. We got the Ridgemonkey Outdoor Power Shower. 15 litres our bucket can carry and holds a gently pressure for a couple of minutes. Enough for 2 people to shower off. And enough pressure to clean dishes properly (some vids are on @paso_camping you follow ;) Cons are: The bucket is not really leak free. Having it in a car fully loaded, the waters swaps out a bit. We are trying to upgrade it with a rubber seal. Maybe because all is plastic I have overdone it with the screwing and they say not to fill it up to the top ;) ... then, because it is powered you do have to refill a bit more often, which is the downside of a nice steady stream (though I dont care, setting prios). A bigger bucket is no solution because then it gets really really heavy to carry around. And as my dear wife says, it is not really pretty with the glowy green ring thingies. Yeah, all in all though, I am happy with it. And you can warm up a bit water on your stove to mix it with the colder one from the Ridgemonkey.

[@schuylerthackeray5834]

Bought another Springbar huh, Was the other one too big?

[@rtmadani]

The compact is a lot more manageable to bring along. Even before I bought my Springbar Vagabond, I was debating getting the compact instead. Springbar sent me this tent to try along with the new classic jack that was just released this month. I think paired with a cot, you have plenty of space and it could easily work for longer trips as well. It’s pretty much all the things I like about springbar tents but lighter.

[@barfly79]

@@rtmadani I had the same tent but the Kodiak version. They are great for one person. I used it for a few years but got tired of having to tarp it - it's a whole process to dry out once you are home if it gets damp or wet. But, they are bomb proof and very comfortable. Great video all around, nice to see the new table and other gear. I'm on the fence with the SP sleeping bag!

[@rtmadani]

@barfly79 Nice, yeah they’re great minimalistic solo tents but your right, they require some extra care when you get home to properly dry. The SP sleeping bags have been pretty good so far for mild weather in the 40s. They’re large to pack, especially if two are zipped together, but it’s nice that it doesn’t feel at all like a traditional sleeping bag and more like a bed.

[@DestinationUnknown4x4]

You were lucky to go out in that rainstorm! I didn't have my camera last weekend. What lens do you use on your camera?

[@rtmadani]

I was glad I had time to get out on this solo trip! Spring is pretty awesome weather with heavy rain mixed with sunshine throughout the days! I'm using a Lumix S Pro 24-70 and love the whole Panasonic camera system.

[@bobcranwell]

Love the set up! What little stove is that?

[@rtmadani]

Thank you, I was really happy with the simplicity of this setup for an overnight trip. The stove is a Winnerwell Nomad Medium.

[@rexgfoodjourney4713]

Great review Ryan. May I ask what cameras you use to record the video? big thanks

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you! Everything is shot on my Panasonic Lumix S5 with the 20-70 2.8 lens.

[@rexgfoodjourney4713]

@@rtmadani thanks you, big appreciate

[@W.O.G]

Nice car👍

[@rtmadani]

Thank you!

[@alunjones9153]

Nice that new to ur channel 2 bad things happen to me in d last 2 weeks som1 smashed my driver's wing mirror and dented my vehicle and 2 day went to strim d lawn with my strimmer and startled a deaf cat by nearly strumming it thank got it was never bleeding checked with a neighbour seems ok but we don't know who d deaf cat belongs too been hear 4 years why I care I had a cat a looking forward 2 4 weeks time go and see family test out my Hidewalker teepee hot tent like ur kit where did u get them boxes from??

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thanks for watching! Sorry to hear all that happened to you over the weekend. I'm using a Yet Go Box and Snow Multi containers for storage. Have fun out there on your camping trip!

[@raexiu]

Hello, Ryan :) I’m a big fan of your content. I do have a question, sorry to bother. I’m new to camping and I’d hate to admit that I’m scared of wild animals. Can I ask for tips or how you personally avoid things like bears or where I’m from theres boars and coyotes. I saw that you threw away your dish water a couple of yards away from your tent. Is there anything else specific you do?

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you for bringing up this question, definitely an important topic and too often neglected by many campers. The best thing you can do to avoid an encounter is to keep a clean campsite free of trash and any food, especially if you plan on leaving your site for a hike or to bed. We keep our trash stored in a Husky waterproof bin away from the tent, but while we are cooking, we use a smaller dry bag style Sea to Summit brand trash bag and dispose of it when full in the Husky Bin. Try to avoid anything scented inside your tent even toothpaste, lotions etc. can be a problem with mice. At night, we lock up our cooler and dry food bin in our vehicle. In the daytime while you are present, it would be pretty rare for an encounter, but it's not a bad idea if you know your in area with these animals to have bear spray or similar. Personally, I don't bring any bear spray, but I do keep my car keys close at hand and if a bear were to enter my site, I would just press the panic button alarm, which should scare it off. Essentially, properly storing food/trash and scented items away from your tent when you're asleep or away is key to prevent an encounter. Hope this helps and thanks again for bringing this up!

[@raexiu]

@@rtmadani thank you for responding! i feel a bit more confident now thanks to your advice. have a good day/night!

[@shawnkirk7306]

Nice video! May I ask which SP tarp that is?

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you for watching! The tarp is the Snow Peak Land Nest Tarp Set. I also added four 170cm poles to the corners.

[@shawnkirk7306]

@@rtmadani really enjoy your content! I have the takibi M, do you think a similar setup is possible with those extra poles?

[@rtmadani]

Thank you! You can add poles to the Takibi tarp, just note since the wing poles are different heights it will create a slightly different roof angle than on the Land Nest Tarp which uses the same height wing poles.

[@shawnkirk7306]

@@rtmadani❤

[@leplufin2832]

@@rtmadaniNice video! 😊 What size tarp did you use? The hyperlink refers to a tarp that is 26 feet by 30 feet, which seems a lot to me for a small tent and not similar to your installation. Maybe I'm wrong? 🤔

[@AnanthaNatureFotos]

Be right there! Where are you?

[@rtmadani]

This was a Hipcamp in Washougal, Washington. Perfect location to explore around the Columbia Gorge. Site 2 is where I stayed - alnk.to/6IF2xpa

[@KhurshidsChannel]

Wow! Fantastic video. Thanks for sharing.sub & 👍129

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you so much!

[@glee105]

Why does everyone go camping and set up on rain?

[@11031]

If you wait for the rain to go away in the PNW, you may never camp

[@bakilacat1]

Because it is peaceful.

[@Speddy751]

Because camping isn’t only for the best conditions, it’s for nature

[@maryharrington8983]

So you can live vicariously in the comfort of your own home.

[@SamLee8084]

Rain camping videos are my favorite

[@suhailakhtar3755]

Camera view acha nahi Ise sudharo

[@jjsmith7700]

If only I had $20k to spend on camping gear...

[@rtmadani]

Adding gear on slowly helps build out these types of setups. Thank you for watching!

[@Patchx70]

This is hardly camping

[@julianchung9215]

Its glamping

[@ianfowle2448]

What happened to old school camping? You don't need all of that nonsense. Embrace nature.

[@rickyelvis3215]

farmed salmon is toxic 🐟

[@brucemercer8441]

“Gadget man”….sheesh!!

[@JoanMurray-j5y]

You're certainly not camping in the wilderness. Why bother?

[@maryharrington8983]

Because it's fun, to test new equipment and set-ups, to make this beautiful video....

[@MountainGurkha14]

Very good Video Keep it Up 💯❤👍🙏 New Subscribe

[@rtmadani]

Hey, thank you so much! Appreciate your support!